2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450. (359 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | 450 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 4520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1765 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2970 mm |
